Description

4-Methylquinolin-6-Ol is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a methyl group and a hydroxyl substituent on the quinoline core, makes it valuable for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is utilized in the development of active ingredients, functional materials, and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with quinoline-based pharmacophores for antimicrobial or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive quinoline scaffold.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized quinoline-based dyes, colorants, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of advanced organic materials, including ligands for metal complexes and components for organic electronics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and method development.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylquinolin-6-Ol
CAS No.	5429-01-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methyl-6-quinolinol; 4-Methyl-6-hydroxyquinoline; 6-Quinolinol, 4-methyl-; 4-Methylquinolin-6-ol; 4-Methyl-6-quinolol
EINECS	226-590-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylquinolin-6-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality standards meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial-scale synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.